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What Causes Fluid Build Up And Swelling In Feet While On Prednisone For Gout?
I am 65 yr old male Caucasian in good health non smoker but 40 lbs overweight at 6 2 and 260 lbs. my over all lifestyle is 3 or 4 cardio workouts per week ......I have had a couple bouts with Gout in my feet and was given prednisone for relief......it s a wonder drug but also made me Boloon up and retain lots of fluids. Thoughts?
Thu, 26 May 2016
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Peednisolone is a steroid and it causes weight gain. I would advice you to consult that medical practitioner who prescribed you prednisolone for dose adjustment according to your disease severity or for tapering off of our medication.
Thank you
Peednisolone is a steroid and it causes weight gain. I would advice you to consult that medical practitioner who prescribed you prednisolone for dose adjustment according to your disease severity or for tapering off of our medication.
Thank you
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